Finally, what all OSU fans were waiting for. Barrett would finally start for the undefeated buckeyes. This move by Meyer proved effecitive immediately. Starting out the first half with a 21 point lead. The offense looked like a well oiled machine with the up-tempo pace that the Buckeyes used very well. Barrett connected with wideout Michael Thomas in the second quarter for a 50 yard touchdwon. Thomas caught the ball at the first down marker, laid out a stiff arm, and took it the the house. The offense started well in the second half racking up three touchdwons and extending the score to 42-0. Meanwhile there was a cannon the was to go off when Rutgers scored a touchdown. In the fourth quarter that cannon had its chance when Rutgers got its one touchdown of the game. This game was a statement game for Barrett to solidify his position as the starting quarterback.